Authorities say high winds have caused heavy damage in Coal City, a community of about 5,000 residents south of Chicago.

Lt. David Doerfler of the Coal City Fire Protection District said late Monday that in addition to structural damage, roads in the city have been blocked by fallen trees and power lines. He says there have been no confirmed reports of injuries.

The National Weather Service reports high winds have also caused damage near the Lee County community of Sublette.-Associated Press

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Mike

Guys? we get it. There’s a Tornado watch. Put one of those scrolling messages at the bottom of the screen. We don’t need Tom Skilling to lecture us about the history of Tornados in America. Please go back to the Cubs game.